The Weekly Roundup April 15 - 19

News from our Members

This week on the roundup: jobs, podcasts, meetings, success, agendas, commitments, awards, social inclusion, the arts, talents, tribes, transformations, gateways, opportunities, differences, destinations, experiences, reductions, contracts, immersion, villas, teams, offers, and more!

But first...

Don’t forget to check our Job Board to learn about our members' Job offers.

And also, be sure to check our Podcast channel on Spotlight for a happy weekend listening.

Finally, if you are an IPBN member, you can still register for our AGM next Tuesday, April 23 in Lisbon. You will all the details here where you can register.

And now...

IPBN member Otonomee invites you to discover the key to success in managing remote teams with their latest LinkedIn article. "Remote leadership is no longer a trend but a necessity. As the global workforce embraces remote work, leaders need to adapt their management styles to drive productivity and success in distributed teams."

IPBN member JGSA is excited to announce that from the 17th to the 20th of April, Rodrigo Jardim Gonçalves will be representing JGSA at the EALG Euro-American Lawyers Group Spring Meeting in Amsterdam. "Despite the busy agenda of these days, we are looking forward to meeting EALG´s network partners, as well as making new contacts interested in Euro-American business relations."

IPBN member askblue achieved a turnover of 19.3 million euros in 2023! For the current year, it anticipates a turnover of 23 million euros and plans to onboard 80 new employees. The company remains committed to advancing projects with its key clients, bolstering trust in delivering progressively intricate initiatives.

IPBN member Celfocus is thrilled to announce the FutureNet World Award in the category “The Operator Award” with Vodafone: Cognitive Intelligence & Automation Solution (CIAS) for Global NOC, for “the best example of an automation deployment.”

IPBN member re.store aims to create new products with discarded textiles and accessories, thus reducing the consumption of the Planet's resources. But it also involves social inclusion, by fairly remunerating our partners for their work in making re.store® garments. "Be part of our purpose. Together we transform many small worlds, one at a time, every day."

IPBN member Martinhal Luxury Resorts reported that on World Art Day, they are delighted to celebrate their longstanding commitment to the arts. "Explore the stunning mural by Kruella d'Enfer, spanning the 19 floors of the new Martinhal Lisbon Oriente in our video below!"

IPBN member Mobiweb is a place of many talents! Here is what some of our Mobiwebers studied before coming here.

IPBN member SmartHoods is proud to announce they will be hosting a camp this year at Gathering of Tribes! "Expect organic architecture, high-tech sensor workshops, incredible art installations, and outdoor workshop spaces surrounded by plants and trees. 11-15 Sept in North Portugal. See you there?"

IPBN member John McCoy announced that ProprHome participated in the Defactor x CryptoMondays Lisbon event on "Transforming Real Estate with Blockchain".

IPBN member Glandore's Directors, Clare Kelly and Rebecca Kelly are gearing up for another visit to the US with the Ireland Gateway To Europe. First stop: Atlanta!

IPBN Board member Mario Gago shared his visiting status: "Escola Professional Lousã. I had the incredible opportunity to visit Status - Lousã Professional School. During my visit, I engaged deeply with the school's vibrant student community and learned about their significant impact on the region."

IPBN member Teresa Patricio & Associados shared an article in which they explain the current status quo of Real Estate Capital Gains Tax in Portugal. “In Portugal, as with many other countries, the difference between the purchase value and the sale value of a property is subject to tax – this difference in value is what we refer to as a real estate capital gain.”

IPBN member Vale do Lobo Golf & Beach Resort urges you to explore Salon Privé Magazine's recent article on Vale do Lobo Golf & Beach Resort, showcasing us as a premier family-friendly destination in the Algarve. Uncover invaluable tips for crafting your next unforgettable escape.

IPBN member Aspire Technology has been working with leading Tier-1 operators on network transformation, R&D studies, and POC trials of Next-Gen Cloud native technologies based on a 5G use-case. "Our multi-vendor experience without any bias toward a specific vendor selection is a valuable input for any Mobile Network Operator."

IPBN member Sam Marchetti said, "I have had a lot of conversations recently about Carbon Offsetting and with last week's news about the SBTi shift, the concept of offsetting over reduction is quite controversial. In this light, I'd like to take this opportunity to promote the fantastic work of Eternal Flame Worldwide as Carbon Mitigators."

IPBN member Algarve Staff asked, "Is your business struggling to find the right fit for your team? Consider exploring external recruitment partners. Algarve Staff specializes in permanent and contract solutions across mainland Portugal, ranging from IT and Cyber Security to Hospitality, Property Management, and Real Estate."

IPBN member RedLight Software invites you to take a look behind the scenes and immerse yourself in our company’s lively culture, core values and the incredible individuals who shape our journey!

IPBN member Marian Purcell shared this breathtaking villa located at one of the Algarve’s most exclusive golf resorts with panoramic sea views.

IPBN member Casas do Sotavento was present at the Hotel Adriana in Albufeira, for a conversation with the team of supercasa.pt and Ego Real Estate. "We thank the team for the opportunity."

IPBN member Overcast HQ shared some exciting news: "We have just launched generative AI for video asset managers! This revolutionary new offering will allow you to automate metadata tagging and find video content with conversational search functionality."